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Ukraine war: Kyiv warns Russia as Moscow skyscraper hit in second drone attack – BBC News

A skyscraper in Russia’s capital Moscow has been attacked by a drone for the second time in two days, Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has said. Several drones were shot down overnight on Monday, he said, but “one flew into the same tower at the Moskva City complex” that was targeted on Sunday. Russia’s defence ministry blamed Ukraine for the latest attack. Kyiv did not comment on…

Putin promises grains, debt write-off as Russia seeks Africa allies

The head of the African Union is urging Russia to renew the deal which allowed Ukraine to safely export grain to Africa. AU chair and Comoros President Azali Assoumani spoke during the final day of the Russia-Africa summit in Saint Petersburg. He also called for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem reports from St Petersburg, Russia. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe –…

Russia accuses Ukraine of Moscow drone attack – BBC News

Russia has accused Ukraine of a drone attack on Moscow that damaged two buildings and briefly shut down Vnukovo airport. Dashcam footage captured an explosion at an office complex, as Russia claimed it downed three drones in its capital. No one is reported to have been killed, and Ukraine has stayed silent over the incidents. Meanwhile, speaking at a Navy Day celebration in St Petersburg,…

What can Russia offer to Africa? | Inside Story

African leaders are in Russia for an economic forum hosted by President Vladimir Putin. Moscow says it wants to bring Africa closer, but in a polarized world after the war in Ukraine, that isn’t an easy task. The collapse of the Black Sea deal on Ukrainian grain exports is causing concern in Africa about rising food prices and shortages. So can Putin reassure Africans he…

Russia raises maximum conscription age

Russia’s lower house of parliament voted to raise the maximum conscription age to 30 years from 27. The new legislation, which comes into effect on January 1, means men will be required to carry out a year of military service, or equivalent training during higher education, between the ages of 18 and 30 rather than 18 and 27 as is the case now. The law…

Russia says ships heading for Ukrainian ports potential military targets – BBC News

Wheat prices have risen sharply on global markets after Russia said it would treat ships heading for Ukrainian ports as potential military targets. Moscow pulled out of a deal this week that had guaranteed safe passage for grain shipments through the Black Sea. A White House spokesperson accused Russia of planning to blame Ukraine for attacks on civilian ships. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin said he…

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